8/31/09Q. I have been unfortunate not to have health
insurance which does not allow me to purchase my medication needed to
control my sugar levels. My levels have been running between 475 to 575.
I was recently treated in the emergency room with insulin but as of
today it has gone back up again. What can I do?

A. Blood sugar levels this high are of great concern. You should speak with your doctor as soon as possible about your blood
sugar levels and options for medications. This means in hours or days
not weeks or months.